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• Posted: April 19, 2024

• Categories: Construction

• Location(s): Sifton Road, Dysart Road, Sidney Smith Street, University Crescent, Campus wide road and walkway repairs

  Please be advised that campus wide road construction and infrastructure renewal is expected to commence Monday, Aprill 22 and continue until the end of August. Please refer to the attached map 1 and information below:

  •    Zone 1: Sifton Road reconstruction as part of the Southwood Circle redevelopment will commence Monday, April 22. Parking Lot ABC and St. Andrew’s Parking Lot will be impacted periodically. See map 2 for Phase 1 and map 3 for Phase 2. Emergency vehicle access maintained throughout construction. See previous story: UM Today | Southwood Circle construction: Road closures and detours (umanitoba.ca) for additional impacts to active transportation routes.
  •    Zone 2: Phase 2 of the Dysart Road steam/condensate replacement will commence late May early June at the corner of Sidney Smith Street and Dysart Road. Access to Parking Lot Q will be detoured. 
  •    Zone 3: University Crescent warranty repairs and seasonal landscape work, including boulevard restoration, will commence this summer. Traffic will be maintained at all times. Occasional lane closures can be expected.
  •    City of Winnipeg construction: Work on University Crescent continues with new underground infrastructure. For more information visit: University Crescent Pavement Renewals Project - Public Works - City of Winnipeg. Questions related to City of Winnipeg road construction and infrastructure projects should be relayed to 311.

  Flag people will be on site to help direct traffic as needed. Please plan accordingly. Barricades and safety signage will be clearly posted to safely direct vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians as required. Caution should be taken at all times during construction. Your patience and cooperation to ensure everyone’s safety is appreciated. 
   

  
  Question or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Vanessa Jukes Strutt, 204-996-5489. 

• Posted: August 16, 2024
• Timeframe: August 26, 2024 starting 6:00am 
• Category: Traffic Restriction
• Location(s): Maclean Crescent
• Overview: Maclean Pilot project will restrict traffic from heading north into the campus core from Maclean Crescent while delineating formalized pick-up and drop-off zones, seating nodes, and on-street accessible parking.
  •    Northbound traffic will not continue through to Dafoe Road from Maclean Crescent, and must turn left (west) onto Service Road 2S before exiting campus on Service Road 1S
  •    A row of on-street parking stalls will be located on the east side of Maclean Crescent  in front of the Tache Arts Complex (accessed by southbound Maclean traffic coming from Dafoe).
  •    A pick up and drop off zone will be established on the east side of Maclean in front of Pembina Hall and Mary Speechly.
  •    An existing crosswalk will be relocated to the north side of Service Road 2S to better connect Arthur Mauro Residence with Pembina Hall, Tache Arts Complex, and the new Desautels Concert Hall. 

Please visit Maclean Pilot project web page for more details and map.
 

• Posted: February 07, 2025
• Update: March 07, 2025
• Location(s): Markham Road
• Timeframe (Est): March 12, 2025 – April 9, 2025
  Category: Road Construction 
  Overview: Manitoba Hydro will be working on underground infrastructure along Markham Road. Work was anticipated to start mid-February, but has been delayed. The work is now expected to commence March 12, 2025 and last until April 9, 2025. During this work periodic closures of Markham Road are expected. The work is expected in two sections from Snow Street to Bohemier Trail as well as Bohemier Trail – University Crescent. 
   

• Signage will be placed in the impacted areas to inform the public. Please plan accordingly. Impacts to Transit Service along Bohemier Trail are not anticipated. To access the Fort Garry campus parking map please visit: UofM Ft. Garry Parking Map - Google My Maps
   

  Please note that Parking Lots Q, U, SD, L, ACW, AC, ALC, D, and the Fort Garry Parkade all accommodate longer term/casual parking for posted rates. 
  This is a Manitoba Hydro project along a City of Winnipeg street. Questions related to this closure should be relayed to 311.

• Posted: June 27, 2024 (Update: February 11, 2025) 
• Location(s): Sifton Rd
  Timeframe (Est): Until further notice
  Category: Road Construction
  Overview: Sifton Road construction continues through 2025 with occasional detours and lane closures expected. 
  In order to reduce delays, interim pick-up and drop-off locations have been identified across the Fort Garry campus. See map for locations.
  Please plan accordingly. Some delays may be experienced during peak times. Barricades and safety signage will be clearly posted to safely direct vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians as required. Caution should be taken at all times. Flag people will be on site to help direct traffic as needed. Your patience and cooperation to ensure everyone’s safety is appreciated.
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• Posted: September 6, 2024  
• Updated February 11, 2025
• Location(s): University Crescent
• Timeframe (Est): Until further notice
• Category: Road Construction 
• Overview: Work on University Crescent continues through 2025 with occasional detours and lane closures expected.
  Please plan accordingly. Some delays may be experienced during peak times. Barricades and safety signage will be clearly posted to safely direct vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians as required. Caution should be taken at all times. Flag people will be on site to help direct traffic as needed. Your patience and cooperation to ensure everyone’s safety is appreciated.
  For more information visit: University Crescent Pavement Renewals Project - Public Works - City of Winnipeg. Questions related to City of Winnipeg road construction and infrastructure projects should be relayed to 311contact Ryan Cunningham.
   

• Posted: Feb 22, 2024              

• Location(s): Washrooms 113 and 114

• Timeframe (Est): Feb 15th, 2024 until further notice

• Category: Washroom closure

• Overview: Washrooms located at rooms 113 and 114 in the Architecture 2 building are temporarily closed due to a breach in the drain line in the crawl space.
  Our plumbing shop is currently working on formulating a repair plan to address the issue promptly. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and assure you that we are working diligently to resolve the situation as quickly as possible.
  In the meantime, we will be posting signs to help direct you to the nearest available bathroom locations within the building. Your understanding and cooperation during this time are greatly appreciated.

  Questions or concerns regarding this shutdown can be directed to Bert Requeima or (204) 789-3822.

• Posted on May 22/24

• Location: Parking Lot A

• Timeframe: Wednesday, 05/1/24 Starting @ 6:00 am. until Further notice

• Category: Generator Maintenance

• Overview: We are in the final repair stages of having the North generator put back online. The temporary generator in parking lot A (see map for location) currently cannot be removed until a full load test to the existing one has been completed. 
  On Monday April 13th, a semi and trailer will be bringing a load bank and transformer to perform this task. Once the load test has been completed, we will be arranging to remove all the trailers from parking lot A.
  Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Gino Gilberto at (204) 430-1302.

• Posted: June 25, 2024              

• Location: Entire Building

• Timeframe: Tuesday 06/25/2024 for an unspecified period

• Category: Elevator 

• Overview: Please be advised the Brodie / JBRC freight elevator remains shut down for repairs since Tuesday 06/25/2024 and will continue to be shut down for an unspecified period of time. TK Elevator Winnipeg is working to get the elevator repaired as soon as is possible and will be updating the timeline of the repair.

  Please use the BMSB freight elevator where cross over floors to Brodie / JBRC are located, floors without a cross over will have to rely on the passenger elevators until the freight elevator is back in service.

  Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Tom Mirwaldt – 204-789-3822 or 204-770-3790.

• Posted: March 21st, 2025
• Location(s): Level 500, Rms. 536/ A, 531/ A/B/C/D, 532, 533, 535/ A/B, 504/ A/B/C/D/E, 519/A, V/D 520, 524, 525/A, 526, 528 & 529
• Timeframe (est.): Tuesday, March 25 from 7 am. to 11 am. 
  Category: Construction: Install New Breakers in Panel 6T, 6C, P6W & P6X
• Overview: Please be advised, as part for the BMSB Rm. 540 Electrical Upgrade, there is an electrical panel shutdown for Panels 6T, 6C, P6W & P6X for Tuesday, March 25 from 7 am. to 11 am. See below for the panel schedule and specific timeframe when each panel will be performed. This shutdown will affect electrical receptacles, the cold rooms A/V chiller will not be affected. 
  Please ensure any sensitive equipment be deenergized prior to the shutdown timeframe and verify all equipment is working upon completion of the panel shutdown. 
  Sequence of Panel Shutdowns on Tues/March 25 (1hr/per panel)
  1.    From 7am-8am, Panel P6T affects RM 536/A, 531/A/B/C/D, 532, 533, 535/A/B)
  2.    From 8am-9am, Panel 6C affects rooms 504/A/B/C/D/E
  3.    From 9am-10am, Panel P6W affects rooms 519/A, V/D RM 520, 524 & 525/A
  4.    From 10am-11am, Panel P6X affects rooms 526, 528 & 529

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Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Chris Green or (204) 272-3078. 

• Posted: September 11, 2024      
• Location(s): Greenspace (Former T-Block Bldg) between Med Rehab, Medical Services & Chown
• Timeframe: Thursday, September 19, 2024 to December 2026
• Category: Construction Laydown in Greenspace 
• Overview: Please be advised of the greenspace (former T-Block Building) will be turned over to the General Contractor as a construction laydown space starting Thursday, September 19, 2024 to December 2026. There will be four accessible parking spaces maintained on the east side of Med Rehab, see attached plan highlighted in teal.
  
  Question or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Mark Ager at 204-228-4664. 

Due to an unexpected issue, the Joyce Fromson Pool will be closed as of 3 p.m. on April 9, to allow for essential repairs and maintenance. This work requires the pool to be fully drained to complete a thorough assessment.

If you are impacted by this closure, you will receive a direct message from Recreation Services, Mini U Programs or Junior Bisons.

An update on the status of the repairs and anticipated reopening will be shared no later than Thursday, April 24.

• Posted: September 16, 2024      
• Location(s): Elevator – Main Elevator #1 
• Timeframe (Est): Sept 20^th, 2024 – Until building construction is done
• Category: Elevator Shutdown  
• Overview: Starting September 20^th, 2024, the main elevator at Machray Hall will be out of service during building construction. Elevators at Parker and Armes will still be available at the tunnel level as usual. 
  
  Question or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Anne Cholakis at 431-278-8574.

• Posted: September 11, 2024      
• Location(s): New Building Construction (805 McDermot Avenue)
• Timeframe: Wednesday, September 12, 2024 to January 27, 2025
• Category: Upcoming Construction Schedule  

• Overview: Please see below the anticipated construction schedule for the next five months regarding the new building construction. 
  
  o    Shoring Piles - Sept 12 to Oct 21
  o    Excavation and Lagging (First Cut) - Oct 9 to Oct 25
  o    Building Piles (Phase 1) - Oct 24 to Nov 6
  o    Excavation and Whaler Install (Second Cut) - Nov 7 to Nov 28
  o    Raker Install - Nov 29 to Dec 19
  o    Excavation and Lagging (Third Cut) - Dec 6 to Jan 3
  o    Building Piles (Phase 2) - Jan 2 to Jan 17
  o    Excavation, lagging, and PC Detailing (Fourth Cut) - Jan 20 to Feb 28
  o    Pile Caps start - Jan 27

  
  Please advise Mark Ager of any exams or other times when piling and other work cannot take place. 

• Posted: March 31, 2025      
• Location(s): New Building Construction (805 McDermot Avenue)
• Timeframe: Wednesday, 04/02/2025 to Thursday, 04/24/2025 (7:30 am. - 6 pm. daily)
• Category: New Building Construction - Pre-Cast Pile Driving - Phase 2
• Overview: Please be aware of the second phase of the pre-cast pile driving starting on Wednesday, 04/02/2025 to Thursday, 04/24/2025. This work will occur at the New Bannatyne Building site (805 McDermot Avenue).
• Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed towards Mark Ager at (204) 228-4664.